Autism
CARRIE M ARROYO
Speech-Language Pathologist
Homer Glen,IL
Summary
Analytical Clinical Supervisor successful in leveraging evidence-based data to improve speech and language education, patient outcomes and successful results. Skilled in developing robust training and education programs to build strong integrated graduate clinicians'. Seasoned Clinical Supervisor knowledgeable about clinical operations, standards of therapy and compliance requirements. Excellent teaching and therapy skills gained over 18 years of progressive experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Ready to pursue new professional challenges and career growth. Focused on developing students' clinical knowledge, decision-making skills and performance standards. Eager to bring talent and expertise to a growing department.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Supervisor: Speech-Language Pathologist
Elmhurst College Speech and Hearing Science Clinic
2014.06 - 2014.08
- Supervised graduate students during a 5 week Summer Practicum
- Designed and implemented a supervision plan for 8 graduate students aligned with Elmhurst College’s graduate school expectations
- Provided guidance to graduate clinicians by enhancing and promoting their critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Provided feedback, written and oral, about the adequacy of therapy plans, effectiveness of procedure, and other aspects of clinical activities
- Consulted with graduate clinicians about special problems and suggested alternative procedures for achieving goals
- Assigned grades to graduate clinicians based on their performance during the 5-week clinical practicum
Adjunct Clinical Supervisor
Midwestern University
Downers Grove , IL
2021.01 - Current
- Assessed patients, determined needs and managed treatment
- Implement treatment plans and educate graduate students
- Provide ongoing case management to patients to implement appropriate treatment plan, adhere to quality models and maximize utilization of services needed to achieve optimal outcomes
- Monitored, analyzed and corrected graduate students performance and worked with clinic manager to raise standards of practice
Speech-Language Pathologist & Assistive Technology
Orland School District 135, Center School, Park School And St. Michael Catholic School
Orland Park , IL
2010.08 - Current
- Provide speech/language services as part of a multidisciplinary team to children in the self-contained program (Grades K-2) with a variety of communication needs (low incidence population)
- Assess, develop, and implement a variety of low to high tech communication systems
- Provide coaching to primary school staff members in the area of assistive technology and augmentative communication tools to enhance student success
- Provided speech/language services at a Catholic School grades Prek-8
Presenter
Infinitec Southwest Coalition
Tinley Park , IL
2021.03 - 2021.03
- Presented with my colleague, Sayard Bass on an assistive technology tool school districts and organizations can use for referrals
- Title: AT Cycle Tool
- Presented to Southwest Coalition team about core vocabulary classroom implementation ideas
- Title: Developing A Core Word of the Week Curriculum & Classroom Design
Supervisor
Orland School District 135
2020.01 - 2020.04
- Supervised Midwestern University graduate clinician in the school setting
- Developed training, task and process guidelines and communicated clear and concise directions to facilitate growth in clinician's therapy skills
Presenter
Orland School District 135
2018.08 - 2018.08
- Topic: Learning Ally, Co-Writer & iPad Accessibility Features-Innovate Mini Technology Conference D135
- Developed a presentation and presented with a colleague about using assistive technology applications with students to enhance academic achievement
Presenter
Orland School District 135
2018.01 - 2018.01
- Topic: Learning Ally, Co-Writer & Snap&Read: AT In The Classrooms Orland School District 135-Professional Learning Day
- Co-taught a hands-on training to resource teachers regarding district distribution of Learning Ally, Co-Writer, and Snap&Read applications for students in grades K-8
Presenter
Orland School District 135
2017.09 - 2017.09
- Topic: Visual Support Systems, School District 135-Professional Learning Day
- Developed a presentation and presented to paraprofessionals and special educators on the importance and implementation of visual support systems in the classrooms
- Provided examples of visual schedules, behavior visual supports, social language scripts, social stories, aided language boards, core vocabulary boards, task visual strips, and modified story visuals
Presenter
Orland School District
2017.08 - 2017.08
- Summer Professional Development Presentation
- Developed a presentation and presented to my colleagues regarding the Unique Curriculum and SymbolStix icon set in order to promote enhanced academic, communication, and social skills for students
- Provided samples of therapeutic materials that I developed and implemented within the special education classrooms
Supervisor
Orland School District 135
2016.10 - 2017.06
- Supervised a Clinical Fellow (36 weeks of Supervision)
- Assisted the clinical fellow in developing independent clinical skills
- Performed ongoing formal evaluations, using the Clinical Fellowship Skills Inventory
- Conducted the required mentoring obligations: 6 hours of direct supervision per segment (each segment 12 weeks) and 6 indirect monitoring activities per segment, typically including reviewing diagnostic reports/treatment records/plans of treatment, monitoring clinical fellow's participation in case conferences or professional meetings, and/or evaluating the clinical fellow's work by consulting with colleagues or clients and their families
Speech-Language Pathologist
LaGrange, LADSE
Hinsdale
2010.05 - 2014.05
- Co-taught daily with special education teacher and provided services to children with a variety of needs in a Communication Development Classroom
- Participated in a Hands-On Extensive Multi-Day Training in the area of Applied Behavioral Analysis with Dr. Ron Leaf from Autism Partnership, CA (chosen to be a trainer and district consultant)
- Implemented The Creative Curriculum in a blended program containing typically developing preschool aged children and children with IEPs
- Developed and implemented low, mid tech and high tech communication systems
- Developed and updated student individualized goals in the EasyIEP Computer System
- Consulted with home school staff to plan for student success for mainstreaming opportunities
- Provided therapy to children grades K-4 in a cross-categorical classroom
Supervisor
Orland School District 135
2009.09 - 2009.11
- Supervised Eastern University graduate clinician in the school setting
- Developed training, task and process guidelines and communicated clear and concise directions to facilitate growth in clinician's therapy skills
Supervisor
Orland School District #135
2008.03 - 2008.05
- Supervised St. Xavier University graduate clinician in the school setting
- Developed training, task and process guidelines and communicated clear and concise directions to facilitate growth in clinician's therapy skills
- Designed and implemented a supervision plan that protected the students' needs and maintain the highest possible standards of service delivery for the classrooms
Education
M.A - Speech Pathology
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
2002.08 - 2004.05
B.S - Speech and Hearing Science
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
1998.08 - 2002.05
Skills
Clinical instruction
Accomplishments
- Graduated with Honors May 2002
- Board of Education ABCDE Award of Excellence (October 2017)
- Board of Education Certificate of Excellence (October 2018 & September 2019)
- Apple Vanguard Member (2018-2019)
Certification
American Speech and Hearing Association Member (Certificate of Clinical Competence)
Interests
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Language Disorders
Motor Speech Disorders
Behavior Analysis
Quote
I dwell in possibility.
Emily Dickinson
Timeline
Presenter
Infinitec Southwest Coalition
2021.03 - 2021.03
Adjunct Clinical Supervisor
Midwestern University
2021.01 - Current
Supervisor
Orland School District 135
2020.01 - 2020.04
Presenter
Orland School District 135
2018.08 - 2018.08
Presenter
Orland School District 135
2018.01 - 2018.01
Presenter
Orland School District 135
2017.09 - 2017.09
Presenter
Orland School District
2017.08 - 2017.08
Supervisor
Orland School District 135
2016.10 - 2017.06
Clinical Supervisor: Speech-Language Pathologist
Elmhurst College Speech and Hearing Science Clinic
2014.06 - 2014.08
Speech-Language Pathologist & Assistive Technology
Orland School District 135, Center School, Park School And St. Michael Catholic School
2010.08 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
LaGrange, LADSE
2010.05 - 2014.05
Supervisor
Orland School District 135
2009.09 - 2009.11
Supervisor
Orland School District #135
2008.03 - 2008.05
M.A - Speech Pathology
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
2002.08 - 2004.05
B.S - Speech and Hearing Science
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
1998.08 - 2002.05
American Speech and Hearing Association Member (Certificate of Clinical Competence)
Illinois State Licensure (IDFPR)
Type 73 Support to Service Personnel State Licensure
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